Anthropology at South Carolina

Providing students instruction in the study of holistic anthropology, our program
fosters an atmosphere that encourages critical thinking, problem solving and integrative
and interdisciplinary approaches to the study of humankind.

What to Expect

As an anthropology major, you will gain knowledge in four areas — cultural anthropology,
archaeology, linguistic anthropology and biological anthropology. You will experience
intensive discussion, multimedia engagement and hands-on applications in many classes,
while acquiring skills in research methodology and presentation. Anthropology majors
also have the opportunity to participate in research and fieldwork, both abroad and
locally.

You will develop skills necessary to appreciate the cultural and biological diversity
of humans, while learning how to apply this knowledge in a variety of ways. Many unique
opportunities await you, such as getting involved with a field school offered each
summer in archaeology and ethnology.

Undergraduate Degree

B B.A. in Anthropology

The Department of Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences offers a truly holistic training in human behavior,
culture, communication and biocultural dynamics, which produces well-rounded students.
This type of program is relatively unique across the country. You also can choose
a research track/intensive major leading to a Bachelor of Arts with Distinction in
Anthropology.

The following courses fulfill some of the requirements for a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology:

Basic Forensic Anthropology (course from Biological Anthropology)

South Carolina Archaeology (course from Archeology)

Language, Culture, and Society (course from Linguistic Anthropology)

Anthropology of Magic and Religion (course from Sociocultural Anthropology)

Related Areas of Study

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